Old Skool Cafe

1429 Mendell St, San Francisco
(415) 822-8531

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Customers' Favorites

Bayview Shrimp Cocktail Louis
Mama T's Sweet Potato Tartlet
Abu´S Peanut Butter Stew
Braised Collard Greens
Jordan's Fried Chicken
Sweet Potato Biscuits
Lavender Cheesecake
Catfish Fingers
Taumoepeau Ota
Chicken Wings

Menu

Openers
Family Meal for 2
Entrees Jordan's fried chicken, daniel's gumbo, short ribs, shrimp & grits, roasted cauliflower with Brussel sprouts (vegetarian) sides collard greens, mac & cheese, brownie, lavender cheese pick 2 entrees and 2 sides. Click add to cart for meal selection. No substitutions are available.
Warrior Wings
Fried chicken wings tossed in our sweet chili sauce.
Bayview Shrimp Cocktail Louis
Served with lemon
Chef Blyden's Famous Clam Chowder
With bacon & scallion oil
Taumoepeau Ota
A Tongan specialty. Fresh fish marinated in citrus tossed with young vegetables, coconut cream and cilantro
Brussels Sprouts & Toasted Pecans
Sesame soy dressing
Catfish Fingers
Cornmeal dusted with a remoulade sauce

Headliners
Short Ribs (Gf)
Red wine braised with seasonal vegetables and whipped potatoes
Daniel's Gumbo
Pulled chicken, gulf prawns, andouille and cajun sausage, okra
Abu's Peanut Butter Stew Cup (Vegan, Gf)
A twist on Abu's grandmother's West African classic, ours is crafted coconut milk, sweet potato, seasonal vegetables over rice.
Jordan's Fried Chicken
Chef Jordan's signature dish. Half organic chicken with whipped garlic potatoes, braised greens
Shrimp 'N' Grits (Gf)
Blackened shrimp, red and green bell peppers, chorizo, served over a bed of our cheesy grits.

Supporting Acts - A Sweet Note to End On
Macaroni and Cheese
A youth favorite made with four cheeses
Brownie
Freshly made brownie bursting with chocolate served with our german chocolate sauce.
Lavender Blueberry Cheesecake
With a strawberries coulis
Roasted Cauliflower (Vegetarian)
Roasted cauliflower with dijon sauce, side of Brussel sprouts (vegetarian).
Whipped Garlic Potatoes
Fresh red potatoes mashed with garlic sautéed in butter and cream whipped in.
Braised Greens
Slow cooked local greens in potlicker
Seasonal Vegetables
A selection of fresh vegetables from the Farmers Market
Anson Mill's Georgia Cheese Grits
Guittard Chocolate Surprise
Chef's decadent chocolate dessert
Ms. Lisa's Stone Fruit & Summer Berry Crumble
Topped with vanilla bean ice cream
Mama T's Sweet Potato Tartlet
Classic pairing of sweet potato and warm spices served with whipped cream
French Press Coffee
Mighty Leaf Hot Tea
Collard Greens
Freshly chopped collard greens steamed with spices, peppers, and onions.

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Recent Reviews

Everything about this place was special! The mission, the speakeasy atmosphere, the live jazz, the food, service and drinks!! What I got:

Catfish fingers
Yummy mash potatoes
Vegan or vegetarian (can't remember) greens
A side car
Dessert (chefs special)
GO! it also looks great for parties!
August 2024
I just went there with a friend tonight and had the very best time. The service was outstanding. Our main server Heem was so friendly. The cocktail I had called The Flapper was made to perfection. And the food was beyond great. I had the smothered pork chop and grit and I was happy from the first bite to the last. I will definitely be back and I highly recommend everyone give this place a chance. I think you will like it.
July 2024
Wow. Hidden gem off 3rd Street. It's amazing. We were treated like royalty and the food was absolutely PERFECT. The drinks were on another level. It felt like we went back in time, to a place where the customer mattered and the staff (youth with a purpose!) actually seemed to be enjoying themselves as well. The band and awesome decor definitely added to the jubilant flair!!! Best dinning experience I've had in a while.
July 2024

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Old Skool Cafe

1429 Mendell St, San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 822-8531